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Identity Theft Survives Credit Freeze: Experts Warn of Evasive Tactics by Thieves
A credit freeze is not enough protection against identity theft, as it does not prevent new breaches from occurring; instead, it can allow scammers to steal consumer information through other means.
A credit freeze is often touted as a solution to prevent identity theft following a data breach, but it's not a foolproof measure. Most federal disclosures only explain what information was leaked and provide steps consumers can take to protect themselves, rather than taking proactive measures to prevent breaches. A credit freeze only blocks new accounts from being opened in an individual's name. As such, it may not be enough to completely prevent identity theft.
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